🚨 THIERRY HENRY ON THE BALLON D’OR: “IF LAMINE YAMAL WINS IT OVER KYLIAN MBAPPÉ, THEN WE NEED TO STOP PRETENDING THIS AWARD IS ABOUT FOOTBALL!”

🗣️ Thierry Henry:

“I have a lot of respect for Lamine Yamal. He is an extraordinary talent, and at his age, what he is doing is people to answer one simple question: are we giving the Ballon d’Or to the best player, or are we giving it to the player whose story we enjoy the most?

“Because I keep hearing about potential, age, dribbling and entertainment. Wonderful. But since when did the Ballon d’Or become an award for who excites us the most?

“Kylian Mbappé has spent years carrying expectations that would break most players. He scores goals, delivers in decisive moments and performs under pressure. Yet somehow, every conversation becomes about what somebody else might achieve in five years.

“Lamine is 19. He has time. He could win one Ballon d’Or, five Ballon d’Ors, or none. We don’t know. But Mbappé is already producing at the highest level, and we cannot keep treating what he has actually achieved as less important than what another player might achieve in the future.

“And let me say something that might upset people: being the most exciting player to watch does not automatically make you the best player in the world.

“Football is not a talent show. It is about production, consistency, decisive moments and what you contribute when the pressure is at its highest.

“If Lamine wins it, I will respect the decision. But I want the same people campaigning for him to explain exactly why he deserves it over Mbappé. Not because he is younger. Not because he represents the future. Not because people love watching him.

“Give me the football argument.

“Because if we start awarding the Ballon d’Or based on potential, then we might as well hand out the next ten trophies before the seasons even begin.

“You don’t win the Ballon d’Or because you might become the best player in the world. You win it because, over the period being judged, you actually were.”

🚨 “A Challenge Like That Should Never End in Such Tragedy.” José Mourinho Reacts to Miguel’s Death:

🗣️ “Having watched the footage several times, you can see just how devastating that collision was. Jesús Owono came rushing out of his goal to deal with a dangerous ball, doing pected to do in such situations. With the striker approaching and everything happening at full speed, he had only a split second to make a decision. Unfortunately, the collision was horrific, and the outcome is one nobody could ever have anticipated.

“This is the cruel side of football. We celebrate the beautiful moments, the goals, the victories and the passion, but sometimes we are reminded that the game can be incredibly unforgiving. One moment, players are competing for three points, and the next, an unimaginable tragedy has occurred. My thoughts and deepest condolences go out to Miguel’s family. No parent, sibling or loved one should ever have to endure such heartbreaking loss.

“I also feel deeply for Jesús Owono. From what we have seen, he was attempting to do his job and protect his goal. I cannot imagine the emotional trauma of being involved in an incident with such a devastating outcome. The shock, the pain and the psychological burden of knowing what happened will be incredibly difficult to process. He will need support just as much as everyone else involved.

“We must be careful not to turn this heartbreaking incident into an opportunity to assign blame. Football is a contact sport, and sometimes things happen in a split second that nobody can control or foresee. That does not make the outcome any less painful, but pointing fingers will not bring Miguel back. The priority now must be supporting his family and ensuring that everyone affected by this tragedy receives the care and compassion they need.

“Rest in peace, Miguel. My heart goes out to everyone who loved you. May your family find the strength to get through this incredibly difficult time, and may Jesús Owono also find the support he needs to cope with what has happened. Some moments remind us that football is only a game, but life is everything.”

🚨 🎙️ Piers Morgan Slams Jesus Owono Over his actions while Miguel De Jesus was being rushed to hospital:

🗣️“What happened to Jesús de Miguel isn't just a sad incident—it is an absolute disgrace, and we need to call it what it is.

People are making excuses, talking about .' But let’s look at what actually happened after that horrific tackle in the middle of the pitch. While Miguel was literally being carted off by medics, fighting for his life, being rushed to hospital, what was Jesús Owono doing? He was walking around nonchalantly. Not a single sign of panic, not a shred of remorse on his face. Zero.

All these PR posts and statements he’s putting out on social media now? Give me a break. It is purely performative. He didn't care in the moment, and he’s only covering his own back now because of the backlash.

In any other walk of life, if you charge into someone with that level of recklessness and end their life, you don't just get a yellow card and an apology on Instagram. Owono should be dragged into a court of law to face murder charges, and if he’s found guilty, he should be fully prosecuted and locked up.

A young man’s life is over. His family is destroyed. Stop protecting reckless players and treat this like the criminal act it was." #RIPJesusDeMiguel x.com/omardramos/sta…

🚨🔵 GOOD NEWS FOR CHELSEA! 💙

Maxence Lacroix’s injury is reportedly improving rapidly, with the defender potentially returning to the training pitch earlier than initially expected! 👀

A massive boost for Chelsea if true. We need our defensive leader back as soon as possible! 💪

Manchester United your time has come.
Luke Shaw replacement is here !!

.@grok do you agree with these score predictions? Or you have contrary opinions?

Share your own predictions.

🚨 Mohamed Salah reveals why he chose Trabzonspor over Beşiktaş and Fenerbahçe:

🎙️ Interviewer: “What made Trabzonspor stand out when you were considering your options in Turkey, especially with Beşiktaş and Fenerbahçe also interested?”

Salah: “Those are massive clubs, and I achieved. But when Trabzonspor approached me, the conversation felt different. They didn’t just talk about my name or what I could bring commercially. They made me feel that I was part of something special. That mattered to me.”

Interviewer: “Was it about the project or the supporters?

Salah: “Both. I saw the passion of the supporters, the ambition of the club and the hunger to achieve something special. I didn’t want to join somewhere simply because people expected me to. I wanted to choose a club where I could give everything and feel that the people truly wanted me there.”

Interviewer: “Did the offers from the Istanbul clubs make you reconsider?

Salah: “Of course, you think carefully when clubs of that size show interest. But football isn’t only about choosing the biggest name. If I wanted the easiest decision, I could have made a different one. I chose Trabzonspor because I believed in what we could build together.”

Interviewer: “What would you say to fans who believe you should have chosen Galatasaray or Fenerbahçe?

Salah: “They are entitled to their opinions. But I don’t need to play for their club to prove anything. I know why I made my decision, and I want to repay Trabzonspor’s belief in me on the pitch. Let the football answer the arguments.”

Since Enzo Maresca took charge of Manchester City, look at the players who have left or could be on their way out:

• Bernardo Silva
• John Stones
• Nathan Aké
• James Trafford
• Tijjani Reijnders
• Rayan Aït-Nouri
• Rodri
• Savinho
• Nico González
• Manuel Akanji
• Omar Marmoush
• Jack Grealish
• Kalvin Phillips

At some point, you have to wonder if Maresca knows how to manage relationships with his players. It feels like he’s willing to let anyone go, whether they’re happy or unhappy, instead of finding a way to keep them at the club.

🚨 Javier Tebas on the tragic passing of CD Tenerife striker Jesús de Miguel and the questions surrounding player safety:

🎙️ Interviewer: “Javier, the entire Spanish football community is mourning the tragic passing of Jesús de Miguel. What is your reaction?

Javier Tebas:
oments when football stops being football. Today is one of those moments. A young man went out to play the game he loved, and his family will never get to welcome him home again. That is heartbreaking.

My deepest condolences go to his family, friends, teammates and everyone at CD Tenerife. No statement, no tribute and no words can possibly fill the space he has left behind.

Interviewer: “Does this incident raise serious questions about player safety and responsibility on the pitch?

Javier Tebas:

“Every serious collision must be treated with the utmost attention. Football is a contact sport, but that does not mean we should ever become comfortable with the risks players face. The collision with Jesús Owono is a devastating reminder of how quickly things can change in football. I want to be clear: this is not about pointing fingers at Owono or turning a tragedy into a search for someone to blame. He was also involved in an extremely distressing incident.

We must understand exactly what happened, examine whether anything could have been done differently and learn from this tragedy. This is not about rushing to blame anyone, especially before the facts are established.

Today, there are no rivalries, no competitions and no football politics. There is only a family grieving the loss of someone they loved.

Jesús, may you rest in peace. Football will remember you.”

Only 3 Manchester United players made this combined XI, this shows how poor we're.

This is where INEOS have failed this club. Average signings every transfer window, yet people called it smart business.

Manchester United’s standards have dropped massively. We’re seeing the nership is building, and it’s nowhere near the level of a club like United.

Absolute disgrace. Thank you, INEOS and co.

Lionel Messi on Instagram. Cristiano Ronaldo on X.

🚨 “A Challenge Like That Should Never End in Such Tragedy.” José Mourinho Reacts to Miguel’s Death:

🗣️ “Having watched the footage several times, you can see just how devastating that collision was. Jesús Owono came rushing out of his goal to deal with a dangerous ball, doing pected to do in such situations. With the striker approaching and everything happening at full speed, he had only a split second to make a decision. Unfortunately, the collision was horrific, and the outcome is one nobody could ever have anticipated.

“This is the cruel side of football. We celebrate the beautiful moments, the goals, the victories and the passion, but sometimes we are reminded that the game can be incredibly unforgiving. One moment, players are competing for three points, and the next, an unimaginable tragedy has occurred. My thoughts and deepest condolences go out to Miguel’s family. No parent, sibling or loved one should ever have to endure such heartbreaking loss.

“I also feel deeply for Jesús Owono. From what we have seen, he was attempting to do his job and protect his goal. I cannot imagine the emotional trauma of being involved in an incident with such a devastating outcome. The shock, the pain and the psychological burden of knowing what happened will be incredibly difficult to process. He will need support just as much as everyone else involved.

“We must be careful not to turn this heartbreaking incident into an opportunity to assign blame. Football is a contact sport, and sometimes things happen in a split second that nobody can control or foresee. That does not make the outcome any less painful, but pointing fingers will not bring Miguel back. The priority now must be supporting his family and ensuring that everyone affected by this tragedy receives the care and compassion they need.

“Rest in peace, Miguel. My heart goes out to everyone who loved you. May your family find the strength to get through this incredibly difficult time, and may Jesús Owono also find the support he needs to cope with what has happened. Some moments remind us that football is only a game, but life is everything.”

🚨 Gary Neville on the tragic collision between Jesús Owono and Jesús de Miguel during FC Andorra vs Tenerife:

🗣️ Gary Neville:

“I’m struggling to understand what the goalkeeper was thinking in that moment. Coming out to challenge for the ball is one thing, but the manner and were extremely concerning.

Football is a competitive sport, but there must always be a level of responsibility. You are challenging another human being, not a training cone.

What makes this tragedy even more heartbreaking is that Jesús de Miguel was only 30 years old. He had a family, loved ones and a future ahead of him. Now, those people have lost someone they can never replace.

I’m not going to sit here and pretend this was just another unfortunate football incident. It deserves serious examination, and the appropriate authorities must establish exactly what happened.

I feel for his family, his teammates and everyone at Tenerife. My thoughts are with them.

Football is never more important than human life. No match, no result and no three points are worth this.”

🚨Gian Piero Gasperini on Roma facing Manchester United tonight.

🎙️Reporter: Gian Piero, what is your assessment of facing Manchester United tonight?

🗣️Gasperini: Honestly, it’s funny how people still talk about Manchester United as if they’re one of the biggest clubs in world makes them a big club today? For the past 15 years, they haven’t been anywhere near the level people expect from a club of that size.

Look at their performances this season. They are struggling against almost everybody, and judging by what I’ve seen, I wouldn’t be surprised if they ended up fighting relegation by the end of the season.

With all due respect, we are coming to Old Trafford to win, not to admire their history. I genuinely believe we can score four or five goals tonight. Their defence looks vulnerable, their confidence is gone, and we know exactly how to punish them.

Manchester United might still have a big name, but names don’t win football matches anymore. Tonight, we want to show them the difference between having history and being a great team right now.

🚨 Bruno Fernandes quando perguntado sobre a AS Roma

“Sabemos exatamente o que temos de fazer. Eles podem estar invictos em muitos jogos, mas também vamos fazer o nosso melhor para não desiludir os adeptos.

É verdade que não temos estado a render ao melhor nível e estamos sem jogos. Por isso, sim, vamos sair e fazer exatamente o que é esperado de nós.”

🎙️ Repórter: Bruno, achas que a equipa tem sido menos progressiva no que diz respeito a carregar a bola para a frente e a finalizar?

“Fazemos exatamente o que temos de fazer quando chegamos à área adversária. É mais fácil julgar ou escrutinar tudo quando não és tu que estás nessa posição.

Acredito que toda a gente tem direito à sua opinião e não tenho problema com isso. Tentamos focar-nos no nosso jogo e não nos distrair com o ruído exterior.

Sabemos o que estamos a tentar implementar aqui e sinto que estamos perto de alcançar os nossos objetivos.

É só uma vitória. Quando conseguirmos essa vitória, o resto vai começar a aparecer com mais facilidade.”

🎙️ Repórter: Está tudo a correr bem com os jogadores e o Carrick?

“Nunca dissemos que alguma coisa estava a correr mal com os jogadores e o treinador, embora possamos discordar de algumas coisas. O que, na minha opinião, é normal.

Toda a gente é diferente. Estamos a trabalhar juntos como um grupo para ultrapassar esta má sequência de resultados. A culpa é nossa por não termos estado a ganhar jogos.

O treinador fez o trabalho dele. Agora a responsabilidade de ganhar é nossa. Vamos começar isso com uma vitória sobre a AS Roma.”

I'm still trying to understand where this confidence that some united fans are having in Manchester United beating Roma at Old Trafford is coming from. 😭

We lost to Bournemouth and drew against Tottenham at home. We've reached a point where Old Trafford is no longer a fortress opponents are beating us home and away.

Lower your expectations mf! These United players and Carrick aren't giving us any reason to be confident.

"Locked in. 🔒
One loss in this run, defence looking airtight, and still top of the table. Arsenal aren’t just winning — they’re controlling games. 🔴⚪"

You’re a terrible human being.

🚨 Gary Neville on the tragic collision between Jesús Owono and Jesús de Miguel during FC Andorra vs Tenerife:

🗣️ Gary Neville:

“I’m struggling to understand what the goalkeeper was thinking in that moment. Coming out to challenge for the ball is one thing, but the manner and were extremely concerning.

Football is a competitive sport, but there must always be a level of responsibility. You are challenging another human being, not a training cone.

What makes this tragedy even more heartbreaking is that Jesús de Miguel was only 30 years old. He had a family, loved ones and a future ahead of him. Now, those people have lost someone they can never replace.

I’m not going to sit here and pretend this was just another unfortunate football incident. It deserves serious examination, and the appropriate authorities must establish exactly what happened.

I feel for his family, his teammates and everyone at Tenerife. My thoughts are with them.

Football is never more important than human life. No match, no result and no three points are worth this.”

🚨 BREAKING: LaLiga are reportedly considering legal action against Owono following the controversial tackle that allegedly led to the death of Jesús de Miguel.

The incident has raised serious questions, with calls for a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the tragedy.

Hey @grok could you tell us how many goals Kai Havertz has scored all through his career.